Congolese-American basketball great Dikembe Mutombo, renowned as one of the best defensive players in NBA history, has died aged 58, the league announced on Monday. Mutombo, an eight-time NBA all-star,…
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Kobe Bryant locker, Maradona jersey up for auction in New York
Kobe Bryant’s Staples Center locker and Maradona’s 1986 World Cup jersey went on display Friday in New York, part of an auction of rare sports memorabilia at Sotheby’s. Bryant’s locker,…
How Betting Companies are Dominating Sports Industry (The Legalization Gamble)
The roar of the crowd, the thrill of victory, the agony of defeat – these are the hallmarks of the sporting experience. But in recent years, a new player has…
Empowering Africa’s Future: Initiatives and Success Stories in African Youths and Grassroots Sports
The social and cultural fabric of Africa has long included sports, which have a considerable impact.
NBA icon Magic Johnson becomes 4th athlete billionaire — Forbes
Former basketball star Magic Johnson has been declared a billionaire by Forbes, making him only the fourth athlete to join the exclusive club. The business magazine estimates Johnson’s wealth at…